Worry Dolls for OSU

With many close connections to the OSU community, the attack at Ohio State left my elementary students fearful, anxious, and wanting to be part of the solution. As a way to process tragedy through artmaking and spread love in our community at a time filled with fear, hate, and anxiety, 4th grade students at Chapman Elementary  have decided to create worry dolls for students and faculty at Ohio State. 

Ohio State's AAEP department has put a flyer in their student newsletter and OSU students and staff have been sending their information!

What are worry dolls?

Worry dolls, originating in Guatemala, are small handmade dolls composed of various types of wires, strings, and fabrics.

Tell your dolls your worries at night, then hide them under your pillow. The next morning the dolls will have taken part of your worries away.

How can you receive a worry doll?

If you are interested in helping our students spread their love by receiving a worry doll, you can send your name and address to callicotte_patrick@dublinschools.net. Worry dolls will be

mailed out starting on Wednesday, December 7th.